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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M. Monday, February 8, 2021
Held Remotely Via Conference Call
Meeting No. 03-21
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held remotely via conference call and was called to
order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Abrams.
Mayor Abrams announced Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved
embedding a social worker in the Maplewood Public Safety Department. Fire and EMS
Chief Mondor provided benefits of this new initiative and anticipated hiring timeline.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. ROLL CALL
Marylee Abrams, Mayor Present
Rebecca Cave, Councilmember Present
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present
William Knutson, Councilmember Present
Nikki Villavicencio, Councilmember Present
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the agenda as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. January 25, 2021 City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the January 25, 2021 City Council
Workshop Meeting Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
2. January 25, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the January 25, 2021 City Council
Meeting Minutes as submitted.
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Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
F. APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Administrative Presentations
a. Council Calendar Update
City Manager Coleman gave an update to the council calendar and reviewed other
topics of concern or interest requested by councilmembers.
2. Council Presentations
State of the City
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Mayor Abrams highlighted the upcoming State of the City event on February 18 that will
be held by Zoom this year.
3. Resolution of Appreciation for Candace Okeson, Environmental and Natural
Resources Commission
Community Development Director Thomson gave the staff report. Councilmember
Juenemann read the Resolution of Appreciation.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve a Resolution of Appreciation for
Candace Okeson, Environmental and Natural Resources Commissioner.
Resolution 21-02-1912
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
WHEREAS, Candace Okeson has been a member of the Maplewood
Environmental and Natural Resources Commission for three years and three months,
serving from September 11, 2017, to December 11, 2020. Ms. Okeson has served
faithfully in those capacities; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental and Natural Resources Commission and City
Council have appreciated her experience, insights and good judgment; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Okeson has freely given of her time and energy, without
compensation, for the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Okeson has shown dedication to her duties and has consistently
contributed her leadership and efforts for the benefit of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, and its citizens that Candace Okeson is hereby extended our
gratitude and appreciation for her dedicated service.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All, via roll call
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The motion passed.
4. Resolution of Appreciation for Denis Dupee, Housing and Economic
Development Commission
Community Development Director Thomson gave the staff report. Councilmember
Knutson read the Resolution of Appreciation.
Councilmember Knutson moved to approve a Resolution of Appreciation for Denis
Dupee, Housing and Economic Development Commission.
Resolution 21-02-1913
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
WHEREAS, Denis Dupee has been a member of the Maplewood Housing and
Economic Development Commission for 3 years, serving from November 2017 to
September 2020; and
WHEREAS, the Housing and Economic Development Commission and the City
Council appreciate his experience, insights, and good judgment; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Dupee has freely given of his time and energy, without
compensation, for the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Dupee has shown dedication to his duties and has consistently
contributed his leadership and efforts for the benefit of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, and its citizens that Denis Dupee is hereby extended our
gratitude and appreciation for his dedicated service.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
5. Report on 2020 Strategic Plan
Administrative Services & Performance Measurement Coordinator Knutson gave the
presentation.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to accept the 2020 Strategic Plan Report.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
G. CONSENT AGENDA – Items on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and non-
controversial and are approved by one motion of the council. If a councilmember
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requests additional information or wants to make a comment regarding an item, the vote
should be held until the questions or comments are made then the single vote should be
taken. If a councilmember objects to an item it should be removed and acted upon as a
separate item.
Agenda item G3 was highlighted.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve agenda items G1-G3
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
1. Approval of Claims
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the approval of claims.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 610,778.15 Checks #107019 thru #107041
dated 01/26/21
$ 539,780.09 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 01/19/21 thru 01/22/21
$ 346,737.05 Checks #107044 thru #107071
dated 02/02/21
$ 10,909,047.31 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 01/25/21 thru 01/29/21
$ 12,406,342.60 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$ 848,172.58 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 01/22/21
$ 2,462.00 Payroll Deduction check #99104442 thru #99104444
dated 01/22/21
$ 850,634.58 Total Payroll
$ 13,256,977.18 GRAND TOTAL
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
2. Renewal of Contract with Human Resource Attorney
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Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the consulting services agreement
between the City of Maplewood and Madden Galanter Hansen, LLP and authorize the
Mayor and City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
3. Payment for Axon Yearly Maintenance Support & Evidence.com Subscription
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve payment for Axon yearly maintenance
support and Evidence.com subscription.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS – If you are here for a Public Hearing please familiarize yourself
with the Rules of Civility printed on the back of the agenda. Sign in with the City Clerk
before addressing the council. At the podium please state your name and address
clearly for the record. All comments/questions shall be posed to the Mayor and Council.
The Mayor will then direct staff, as appropriate, to answer questions or respond to
comments.
None
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Maplewood Moose Lodge and Family Center, 1832 Gervais Court East
a. Comprehensive Plan Amendment Resolution (Requires 4 Council
Votes)
b. Zoning Map Amendment Ordinance
c. Conditional Use Permit Resolution
Community Development Director Thomson gave the staff report. Gary Lenart, with
Moose Lodge and Family Center, provided additional comments.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve a resolution for a Comprehensive Plan
Amendment for the property located at 1832 Gervais Court East, re-guiding the
property’s future land use designation from High-Density Residential to Employment.
Resolution 21-02-1914
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT RESOLUTION
Resolution approving the comprehensive plan amendment re-guiding the property at
1832 Gervais Court East from High-Density Residential to Employment.
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Be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
Section 1. Background.
1.01 Gary Lenart, on behalf of the Maplewood Moose Lodge and Family
Center has requested approval of a comprehensive plan amendment.
1.02 The property is located at 1832 Gervais Court East and is legally described as:
PIN: 112922320004 – The East ½ of the East 201.55 feet of the West 632.30
feet of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 11,
Township 29, Range 22, Except the South 450 feet and the North 33 feet
taken for road, except that portion taken for Highway 36, Ramsey County,
Minnesota.
Section 2. Criteria.
2.01 The 2040 Comprehensive Plan states the document may require amending
due to a property owner request to change land use designation to allow a
proposed development or redevelopment.
2.02 The 2040 Comprehensive Plan amendment process follows the same City
identified public hearing process as the major update process used to develop
the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Amendments are required to submit and gain
approval from the Metropolitan Council.
Section 3. Findings
3.01 The requested amendment would meet the goals and policies outlined in the
2040 Comprehensive Guide Plan.
Section 4. City Review Process
4.01 The City conducted the following review when considering this amendment
request.
1. On January 19, 2021, the planning commission held a public hearing. The
city staff published a hearing notice in the Pioneer Press and sent notices
to the surrounding property owners. The planning commission gave
everyone at the hearing a chance to speak and present written
statements. The planning commission recommended that the city council
approve the comprehensive plan amendment.
2. On February 8, 2021, the city council discussed the comprehensive plan
considered reports and recommendations from the planning commission
and city staff.
Section 5. City Council
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5.01 The above described comprehensive plan amendment is approved based on the
findings outlined in section 3 of this resolution. Approval is subject to, and only
effective upon, the following conditions:
1. Review and approval of the Metropolitan Council as provided by state
statute.
2. The development must further comply with all conditions outlined in City
Council Resolution No. 21-02-1915 for a conditional use permit approved
by the Maplewood City Council on February 8, 2021.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve an ordinance for a Zoning Map
Amendment for the property located at 1832 Gervais Court East, rezoning the property
from LBC, Limited Business Commercial to M1, Light Manufacturing.
Ordinance 1018
A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT ORDINANCE REZONING THE PROPERTY AT 1832
GERVAIS COURT EAST FROM LBC, LIMITED BUSINESS COMMERCIAL TO M1,
LIGHT MANUFACTURING
The Maplewood City Council ordains as follows:
Section 1.
1.01 The property at 1832 Gervais Court East is hereby rezoned from LBC, Limited
Business Commercial to M1, Light Manufacturing.
1.02 The property is legally described as:
The East ½ of the East 201.55 feet of the West 632.30 feet of the Northwest
Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 11, Township 29, Range 22,
Except the South 450 feet and the North 33 feet taken for road, except that
portion taken for Highway 36, Ramsey County, Minnesota.
1.03 The property identification number is: 112922320004
Section 2.
2.01 Section 44-1165 outlines criteria the City Council must consider when
considering a zoning map amendment. This ordinance is based on the
following findings:
1. Assure itself that the proposed change is consistent with the spirit,
purpose and intent of city code.
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2. Determine that the proposed change will not substantially injure or detract
from the use of neighboring properties or from the character of the
neighborhood and that the use of the property adjacent to the area
included in the proposed change or plan is adequately safeguarded.
3. Determine that the proposed change will serve the best interests and
conveniences of the community, where applicable, and the public
welfare.
4. Consider the effect of the proposed change upon the logical, efficient, and
economical extension of public services and facilities, such as public
water, sewers, police and fire protection and schools.
5. Be guided in its study, review and recommendation by sound standards
of subdivision practice where applicable.
6. Impose such conditions, in addition to those required, as are necessary to
ensure that the intent of this chapter is complied with, which conditions may
include but not be limited to harmonious design of buildings; planting and
the maintenance of a sight or sound screen; the minimizing of noxious,
offensive or hazardous elements; and adequate standards of parking and
sanitation.
Section 3.
3.01 The City Council hereby approves the ordinance. Approval is based on the
findings outlined in section 2 of this ordinance. Approval is subject to the
following conditions:
1. The City must conduct a life/safety inspection of the property.
Any issue in noncompliance of the City’s life/safety standards
must be corrected.
2. The development must further comply with all conditions outlined in City
Council Resolution No. 21-02-1915 for a conditional use permit approved
by the Maplewood City Council on February 8, 2021.
3. Metropolitan Council approval of Resolution No. 21-02-1914 for a
comprehensive plan amendment approved by the Maplewood City
Council on February 8, 2021.
Section 4.
4.01 This ordinance shall be effective following its adoption and publication.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve a resolution for a Conditional Use Permit
for the property located at 1832 Gervais Court East, allowing a place of amusement,
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recreation or assembly to operate on the property and subject to certain conditions of
approval
Resolution 21-02-1915
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
Section 1. Background.
1.01 Gary Lenart, on behalf of the Maplewood Moose Lodge and Family Center, has
requested approval of a conditional use permit to operate on the property.
1.02 The property is located at 1832 Gervais Court East and is legally described as:
PIN: 112922320004 – The East ½ of the East 201.55 feet of the West 632.30 feet
of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 11, Township 29,
Range 22, Except the South 450 feet and the North 33 feet taken for road, except
that portion taken for Highway 36, Ramsey County, Minnesota.
Section 2. Standards.
2.01 City Ordinance Section 44-637(a) (1) by Section 44-512 (3) requires a
Conditional Use Permit for a place of amusement, recreation or assembly.
2.02 General Conditional Use Permit Standards. City Ordinance Section 44-
1097(a) states that the City Council must base approval of a Conditional Use
Permit on the following nine standards for approval.
1. The use would be located, designed, maintained, constructed and operated
to be in conformity with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Code of
Ordinances.
2. The use would not change the existing or planned character of the
surrounding area.
3. The use would not depreciate property values.
4. The use would not involve any activity, process, materials, equipment or
methods of operation that would be dangerous, hazardous, detrimental,
disturbing or cause a nuisance to any person or property, because of
excessive noise, glare, smoke, dust, odor, fumes, water or air pollution,
drainage, water run-off, vibration, general unsightliness, electrical
interference or other nuisances.
5. The use would not exceed the design standards of any affected street.
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6. The use would be served by adequate public facilities and services,
including streets, police and fire protection, drainage structures, water and
sewer systems, schools and parks.
7. The use would not create excessive additional costs for public
facilities or services.
8. The use would maximize the preservation of and incorporate the
site’s natural and scenic features into the development design.
9. The use would cause minimal adverse environmental effects.
Section 3. Findings.
3.01 The proposal meets the specific conditional use permit standards.
Section 4. City Review Process
4.01 The City conducted the following review when considering this conditional use
permit request.
1. On January 19, 2021, the planning commission held a public hearing. City staff
published a hearing notice in the Pioneer Press and sent notices to the
surrounding property owners. The planning commission gave everyone at the
hearing a chance to speak and present written statements. The planning
commission recommended that the city council approve this resolution.
2. On February 8, 2021, the city council discussed this resolution. They
considered reports and recommendations from the planning commission and
city staff.
Section 5. City Council
5.01 The city council hereby approved the resolution. Approval is based on the findings
outlined in section 3 of this resolution. Approval is subject to the following
conditions:
1. Applicant shall submit a seating chart and a parking plan to City staff.
2. Any site or building modifications are subject to City review.
3. The future parking lot expansion noted on the applicant’s plans will be subject
to design review by the City’s Community Design Review Board.
4. Prior to the issuance of any permits, the applicant shall submit a seating chart
and parking plan to staff for review. All city parking requirements must be
satisfied before a certificate of occupancy can be issued by the city.
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5. The applicant shall submit a parking restriping plan and maintenance plan for
staff approval.
6. The applicant shall comply with the City’s tree preservation ordinance and tree
replacement requirements.
7. The applicant shall meet the requirements detailed in the attached report from
the Assistant City Engineer, dated December 30, 2020.
8. Signs shall follow the City’s sign ordinance. Signs shall not be installed unless
the applicant first obtains sign permits.
9. Any and all trash receptacles shall be contained within an enclosed structure.
Design of a new structure shall be subject to the City’s design review process.
10. The proposed use must be substantially started within one year of council
approval or the permit shall become null and void. The council may extend this
deadline for one year. The City Council shall review this permit in one year.
11. All of the applicant’s parking shall be confined to the site and not allowed on
city streets or neighboring properties.
12. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the building official, fire
chief and city engineer.
13. The applicant shall submit an application to the City’s Environmental Health
Official for an annual food permit prior to operation.
14. Metropolitan Council approval of Resolution No. 21-02-1914 for a
Comprehensive Plan Amendment approved by the Maplewood City Council on
February 8, 2021.
Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
2. Home Occupation License Resolution, 2328 Montana Avenue East
Community Development Director Thomson gave the staff report. Renee McCoy,
applicant, addressed the council and gave additional details.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve a resolution for a home occupation
license for a home-based business, offering private fitness classes at the residential
property located at 2328 Montana Avenue East.
Resolution 21-02-1916
HOME OCCUPATION LICENSE RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
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Section 1. Background.
1.01 Renee McCoy is proposing a home-based fitness instruction business.
1.02 The property is located at 2328 Montana Avenue East and is legally described
as: Unit 2328, Condominium Number 212, Acorn Greenhouses Condominiums,
Ramsey County, Minnesota
Property Identification Number 24-29-22-23-0050
Section 2. Standards.
2.01 Section 14-56 outlines the licensing requirements for home occupations on
residential property.
Section 3. Findings.
3.01 The proposal meets the specific home occupation license standards.
Section 4. City Review Process
4.01 The City conducted the following review when considering this home occupation
license request.
1. On January 19, 2021, the Planning Commission held a public hearing. City
staff published a hearing notice in the Pioneer Press and sent notices to the
surrounding property owners. The Planning Commission gave everyone at
the hearing a chance to speak and present written statements. The Planning
Commission recommended that the City Council approve this resolution.
2. On February 8, 2021, the City Council discussed this resolution. They
considered reports and recommendations from the Planning Commission and
city staff.
Section 5. City Council Action.
5.01 The City Council hereby approved the resolution. Approval is based on the
findings outlined in Section 2 of this resolution. Approval is subject to the
applicant doing the following:
1. The applicant must apply to the City Clerk for a business license. This license
must be renewed with the City Clerk on an annual basis.
2. Hours of operation for the business are limited to Monday through Friday,
between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm.
3. Parking shall be provided on the property, in the property owner’s driveway.
Public streets cannot be used for customer parking.
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4. There shall only be one customer visiting the business at any time.
5. Other than the home occupation license holder, there shall be no other
outside employees.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
K. AWARD OF BIDS
None
L. ADJOURNMENT
Each councilmember was given the opportunity to share additional thoughts.
Mayor Abrams adjourned the meeting at 8:20 p.m.
Andrea Sindt, City Clerk
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